John McClain, of the Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans RB Arian Foster impressed the coaching staff in Week 14 for his ability to catch passes, recording four receptions for 54 yards while averaging 12.3 yards per catch. "We're impressed with what Foster did," head coach Gary Kubiak said. "He can learn a lot of things, but he handled his job in protection for the most part pretty good, so I think we just get him involved more, give him an opportunity." RB Chris Brown starts because he is the best blocker and RB Ryan Moats has had the most problems blocking in the backfield.

The Associated Press reports Houston Texans QB Matt Schaub (ankle) was 19-for-27 for 207 yards with a touchdown pass and an interception Week 13 against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Schaub left in the first quarter with a shoulder injury, but he was able to return in the second quarter. Schaub was replaced by QB Rex Grossman, who went 3-for-9 for 33 yards with an interception. The Texans' third thrown interception came on a halfback pass by RB Chris Brown.

Fantasy Tip: RB Chris Brown should get a considerable number of touches today, making him a decent choice as a flex play. He faces the Jacksonville Jaguars, whose run defense has slowly improved from its poor showings in the first few weeks, though. RB Ryan Moats may be a bigger factor than some expect, just because Moats provides a change of pace, and the Texans probably aren't comfortable relying on Brown for a hefty workload. For those in PPR formats, especially, Moats is a sneaky flex play if you're short on options.

Houston Texans RB Steve Slaton (neck) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 4. He will be a game-time decision Week 13, but he is not expected to play. RB Chris Brown would start if Slaton is unable to play.

Dale Robertson, of the Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak said following Week 7 that he remains confident in RB Steve Slaton, even though Slaton was briefly replaced by RB Chris Brown in Week 7 after he lost his fourth fumble of the season. "People smell blood because he's put some balls on the ground," Kubiak said. "Steve's our guy, and I have a lot of confidence in him. It's our job to help him find a way to hold on to the football. He touches it, and good things happen. But at the same time, you can make five big plays and one turnover can get you beat. Steve understands that."

The Associated Press reports Houston Texans S Eugene Wilson (illness) sat out the team's Week 4 game with an illness. RB Chris Brown (illness) was available for the game, but he was not feeling well and did not play. LB Xavier Adibi (illness) was dealing with an illness, but he was able to take part on special teams.

Houston Texans backup RB Ryan Moats carried the ball 10 times Saturday, Aug. 15, against the Kansas City Chiefs and rushed for a team-high 52 yards. He is battling for the team's No. 2 running back job during training camp. RB Chris Brown scored a touchdown, while carrying the ball six times for 25 yards.

Brooke Bentley, of HoustonTexans.com, reports Houston Texans RB Ryan Moats has been getting the job done working as the No. 2 back during practice and rotating with RB Chris Brown in the spot. Head coach Gary Kubiak has called Moats and Brown his "2a and 2b" backup running backs. Moats has been getting the edge in the competition because he has shown tremendous speed during OTAs and played last season. Moats, at 5-8 and 210 pounds, doesn't have great size and doesn't fit the big-back prototype the Texans have wanted in short-yardage situations. Moats, however, believes he can accomplish the job through his running style.

Brooke Bentley, of HoustonTexans.com, reports Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak said he believes RB Chris Brown can be a short-yardage back for the team. "He's showed in this league he can have some big games and also he should be a good short-yardage player for us. I could say, Chris, when he has been healthy and been out on the field in this league, he's been successful," Kubiak said.

Brooke Bentley, of HoustonTexans.com, reports the Houston Texans will use OTAs, minicamps and training camp to determine the ideal complement back for starting RB Steve Slaton. The candidates currently include RBs Chris Brown, Ryan Moats, Jeremiah Johnson and Arian Foster. The team may still find another back elsewhere, too, as general manager Rick Smith said the team will continue to look to upgrade the talent through the summer.

Brooke Bentley, of HoustonTexans.com, reports Houston Texans general manager Rick Smith and head coach Gary Kubiak have been meeting with team doctors to discuss the health of RB Chris Brown (back). The team will decide what to do with Brown this weekend.

The Associated Press reports Houston Texans RB Chris Brown (back) dressed for the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 9, against the Denver Broncos but did not play. He has been bothered by a sore back during training camp.

Paul Kuharsky, of ESPN.com, reports Houston Texans RB Chris Brown (back) did not take part in practice Monday, July 28, due to a back injury. "His back was bothering him when he came in this morning," head coach Gary Kubiak said. "He's a day behind already, he needs to get back out here."

Jim Wyatt and Paul Kuharsky, of the Tennessean, report Tennessee Titans RB LenDale White (finger) suffered a dislocated finger during the team's Week 13 game and was replaced by RB Chris Brown. Head coach Jeff Fisher said White could have returned to the game, but the team decided to stick with Brown, who finished with 46 rushing yards on 11 carries and scored a touchdown.